1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 845 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | 11 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
